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Is o-Anisaldehyde vegan?

o-Anisaldehyde

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o-Anisaldehyde (2-Methoxybenzaldehyde) is a synthetic organic compound consisting of a benzene ring with adjacent formyl and methoxy groups. It is a colorless solid with a pleasant aroma, commercially prepared by formylation of anisole and used as a fragrance ingredient.

Also known as 2-Methoxybenzaldehyde
INCI name o-Anisaldehyde
CAS number 135-02-4
EC number 205-171-7
CosIng ID 39066
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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